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Hasta la victoria, hambre: rare protests rock Cuba

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Cuba's Food Crisis: Unpacking the Shortages

This chapter explores the dire food shortages facing Cuba, marked by empty grocery stores and escalating hunger among citizens. It analyzes the government's response to the crisis, examining internal systemic failures and the impact of both global factors and historical policies on agricultural productivity.

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